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Native plant sale underway in Lawrence County
BEDFORD – The Lawrence County Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is hosting its annual Native Plant Sale, featuring a variety of native plants beneficial…
Jurors view video footage of deadly shooting during Timothy Brian Helton’s trial
BEDFORD — A Lawrence County Superior Court II jury began hearing testimony Monday in the murder and attempted murder trial of Timothy Brian Helton, with…
Bedford traffic stop leads to methamphetamine arrest
BEDFORD– A routine traffic stop in Bedford led to the discovery of methamphetamine on Nov. 20, 2024, according to law enforcement officials. Officer Landon Jones…
Mitchell man charged with shoplifting after theft at Ace Hardware
MITCHELL— Authorities said a Mitchell man has been charged with theft after allegedly stealing a toolbox from a local hardware store. On Jan. 30, 2025,…
Intoxicated man found unconscious in truck, arrested for OWI in Bedford
BEDFORD— A Bedford man was arrested for operating while intoxicated (OWI) after officers responded to reports of an impaired driver leaving the Men’s Warming Shelter…
Trooper stops erratic driver on Mitchell Road, passenger’s behavior raises suspicion
LAWRENCE COUNTY— A woman was arrested Sunday evening on methamphetamine-related charges following a traffic stop by the Indiana State Police. According to authorities, Trooper Jesse…
Heltonville man arrested for OWI, drug violations following protection order complaint
HELTONVILLE— A Heltonville man was arrested late Friday night on multiple charges, including operating while intoxicated and driving while suspended, following a reported violation of…
Oolitic man arrested for OWI, multiple drug possession charges during traffic stop
BEDFORD— An Oolitic man was arrested early Sunday morning on multiple charges, including operating while intoxicated and drug possession, following a traffic stop in the…
Koch legislation targets Williams Dam closure
STATEHOUSE— Legislation filed by State Sen. Eric Koch (R-Bedford) would prohibit Williams Dam from closure, partial closure, or removal if such action would impact either…
Orange County Historical Society dedicates new historic marker in Orleans
ORLEANS- Members of the Orange County Historical Society dedicated a new historic marker last Saturday afternoon in Orleans along West Washington Street to commemorate the…
